Cannabis products sold in Bethel were found to have recreational sales stickers stuck over intact medical-use labels, revealing how Maine’s retail system relies entirely on visible labeling rather than individual product verification.
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Walking into winter: Safety paramount to hiking around Franklin County’s frozen ponds
Winter recreating is Maine’s bread-and-butter. But knowing how to stay safe in icy conditions on trails or in unstable weather on lakes can make the difference between fun and disaster, outdoor experts say.
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Need a coffee break? Here’s where you can caffeinate across Jay, nearby Franklin County towns
From convenience stores and farm markets to espresso bars and cafés, this guide highlights where residents grab coffee across Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and nearby Franklin County towns.
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Farmington group notes 41 species for 126th Christmas Bird Count
Local birders surveyed nine western Maine areas Dec. 14, logging 41 species and contributing data to the nation’s longest-running community science bird project.
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Welcoming vegans at the holiday table, the Maine way
A practical, local guide to understanding veganism during the holidays, with simple hosting tips and Maine-based gift and food ideas that help everyone feel included.
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Farmington-area kids’ handmade Christmas gifts come from the heart
From goat’s milk soap to yarn trees, the thoughtful gifts were going to family members for Christmas.
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Cannabis recalls spark questions about chemical testing in Maine
Three recalls tied to the same cannabis producer are raising questions about transparency and regulatory follow-through.
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Franklin County commissioners must pay back health stipend
The Budget Advisory Committee eliminated the funding in the 2025-26 budget as of July 1.
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Farmington-based schools seek AI collaboration, launch new health portal
A proposed partnership with UMF would expand artificial intelligence learning, Superintendent Christian Elkington said.
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Griffin Mayhew remembered for dedication to education in Mt. Blue schools
The RSU 9 board of directors opened its Dec. 16 meeting with a tribute and moment of silence honoring the late board member, who was elected in June to a three-year term.